Catch The Perfect Gift For The Angler On Your List

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ARA) - Even though it's cold at the North Pole this time of the year, anglers love to dream about warm waters and trophy catches during the holiday season. But don't let this year's gift become next year's gag -- chances are that the angler on your list doesn't want a talking bass or a Mickey Mouse lure. They want something to get them excited about next season and, most importantly, something that will help them catch more and bigger fish.

Here's a list of recommended fishing gifts, in a variety of price ranges, to help put a smile on your favorite angler's face this winter . . . and a lunker on their line next spring.

Gifts under $10

Crankbaits -- If you want to buy your favorite anglers something you know they'll need, pick out a classic Rapala lure, like the Original Floater, or the new Glass Shad Rap. Legendary Rapala crankbaits are responsible for more enjoyable days on the water and world record catches than any other lures (suggested retail price: $3.95 to $5.95). Or, if the angler on your list is looking for the next big thing, consider the new WildEye Soft Shad hybrid lure from ...
... Storm. The WildEye Soft Shad has a holographic hard body inside and a durable soft plastic skin outside, a dynamic and lifelike combination that's sure to catch the most elusive species. It's a fishing tackle first (suggested retail price: $3.99).

Spinners -- The new Panfish Spinner Jig from Blue Fox comes alive when jigging. The spinner blade and holographic foil on the head and body send flashes of light through the water, working predator fish into a frenzy. Its 3-D eye and realistic minnow head provide a natural target, and its lifelike paddle tail is designed to swim with minnow-like action (suggested retail price: $2.49).

Soft Baits -- For anglers who like the look and feel of live bait but don't want the hassle, Storm soft plastic baits are a perfect gift. Storm soft baits come pre-rigged or include the correct rigging materials and instructions. They are available in a variety of sizes, colors and styles. Life-like baits like the new WildEye Jerkin' Minnow and Buzz'n Tail Shad are sure to impress even the most avid live-bait angler (suggested retail price: $2.95 to $3.95).

Tackle Box Guide -- Knowing where the fish are is the key to a successful day on the water. The Rapala Tackle Box Guide is a pocket-sized guide packaged in a re-sealable, waterproof, plastic bag that contains trolling and casting data for most Rapala lures. With this guidebook, anglers can select lures to match target depth and contours to identify precise strike zones and catch more fish with their favorite lures (suggested retail price: $4.95 -- available at www.rapala.com).

Gifts between $10 and $25

Lake Maps -- Help your favorite angler find the best fishing holes with a collection of up-to-date lake maps. Fishing Hot Spots offers maps of premier lakes throughout the United States complete with tips on where the big ones are hiding. Some of these maps have even been collected on computer CDs. To purchase lake maps, go to a leading outdoor sporting goods store or try www.fishingmap.com (suggested retail price: $10 to $20).

Fishing DVD -- To whet your lucky angler's appetite for fishing season, stuff their stocking with some of the best fishing footage ever captured. The new DVD from Rapala -- Pro Secrets for Catching More and Bigger Fish - boasts more than three hours of footage featuring the most advanced technology available, depicting species habitat, behavior and live strike scenes. The DVD features step-by-step how-to information on how to fish a variety of freshwater and saltwater species and environments (suggested retail price: $19.95).

Magazine Subscription -- A subscription to your angler's favorite fishing magazine is affordable and enjoyable throughout the year. There are numerous titles to choose from, ranging from those targeting specific species to those written for all-around fishing and other outdoor pursuits (suggested retail price: $18 to $25).

Gifts between $25 and $50

Rain Gear -- Despite the best weather forecasts, you can never count on Mother Nature to cooperate on a fishing trip. Your favorite angler will appreciate a new set of rain gear to help make a rainy day on the water comfortable and productive. There are a variety of brands and types from which to choose, from latex-based rain gear to top-of-the-line Gortex-based products, which can cost $200 or more. For less than $50, many outdoor sporting goods stores carry packable rain gear sets, which include pants and a jacket (suggested retail price: $14.95 to $49.95).

Gifts between $50 and $100

Deep Fryer -- For many anglers, the best way to celebrate a successful day on the water is with a tasty fish fry. An outdoor turkey fryer is a multi-purpose tool that can broil, steam or deep-fry just about anything -- even fish. Add some corn, beans and biscuits and you've got an outdoor feast. Keep the fryer at camp for a fish dinner or take it along in the boat for a spur-of-the-moment shore lunch (suggested retail price: $59.99 to $129.99).

Rechargeable Electric Fillet Knife -- For the angler who has everything, the latest in filleting technology - Rapala's ProGuide rechargeable electric fillet knife -- will surely impress the angler on your list. Electric knives will make quick work out of large, bony fish like northern pike, which are notoriously tough to fillet. With no cords to get in the way, the ProGuide rechargeable cordless electric fillet knife brings the comfort of home filleting to the rigors of the backwoods (suggested retail price: $78.99).

Fishing Scales -- The Rapala ProGuide Lock'n Weigh makes handling and documenting big fish a one-handed operation; something your favorite angler will appreciate when it comes time to weigh that trophy catch. The patent-pending cam lock system locks onto the fish and allows anglers to display, weigh and release their catches with ease. The Lock'n Weigh is available in five sizes, with a 20-pound, 60-pound or 125-pound scale (suggested retail price: $69.99 to $91.99).

Gifts more than $100

Global Positioning System -- Are your favorite anglers notorious for getting lost? Help them stay on course with a hand-held global positioning system (GPS). With a variety of models from companies like Garmin, Eagle, Magellan and Lowrance, a GPS literally could be a lifesaver of a gift (suggested retail price: $100 to $500).

Fly-In Fishing Trip -- Give that special someone the angling adventure of a lifetime -- a week on the water at a remote Canadian outpost with some of the best walleye, northern pike and lake trout fishing in the world. Viking Outposts of Red Lake, Ontario, offers a variety of seven-day fly-in packages, including accommodations and outfitting services. Visit www.vikingoutpost.com for details (suggested retail price: $665 to $825 per person).

Fishing Boat, Motor and Trailer -- If you really want to make this holiday season one to remember, try stuffing a fishing boat in your favorite angler's stocking. Lund Boats feature the latest technology and conveniences. Some of the most popular models include the 1775 Pro-V, 1700 Angler and the Pro Angler 16 -- which are exceptional for any type of freshwater fishing experience (suggested retail price: $13,000 to $20,000).

If you're looking for a last-minute gift, or don't know what to buy for your favorite angler, you can't go wrong with a gift certificate to a nearby sporting goods store. Most retail outlets offer gift certificates starting at $5. No matter what you choose, anyone who enjoys fishing -- whether they're been naughty or nice -- would love to reel in one of these special gifts.

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